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Dara vs Samari

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Samari

Boy #3,621 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"guardian, watchman (from Samaria)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American African-American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,621
Total SSA Count
31
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dara Rank #3,573
Samari Rank #3,621

Dara is more popular, ranked #3573 vs #3621 for Samari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dara or Samari more popular?

Dara is more popular, ranked #3573 compared to Samari at #3621 in the United States.

What do Dara and Samari mean?

Dara means "oak tree, oak grove" (Old Irish dair origin). Samari means "guardian, watchman (from Samaria)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dara and Samari boy or girl names?

Dara is primarily a boy name. Samari is primarily a boy name.

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